Month: March 2020

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The $2 Trillion CARES Act and What It Means for Dentists

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) was signed by President Trump on March 27th, 2020.  The measure is designed to provide economic relief to the entire country in response to the coronavirus epidemic and the partial shutdown of the economy and nation.  We wanted to bring […]

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Update Regarding COVID-19 and Telemedicine

Many of our insureds have inquired whether practicing telemedicine will affect their PracticeProtection insurance coverage. In line with recent relaxed guidelines published by the federal authorities for the COVID-19 emergency (see https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/special-topics/emergency-preparedness/notification-enforcement-discretion-telehealth/index.html), care may be provided through the use of telemedicine without any change in premium, provided that all relevant […]

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COVID-19 Patient and Office Safety

The future impact of a COVID-19 outbreak in a U.S. community cannot be predicted, but it is beginning to wreak havoc with everyday life and the overall economy. However, all healthcare facilities can take steps now to prepare for such an outbreak and protect both their patients and staff. Stay […]

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